Essex covers just under 10 square miles in Baltimore County and sits on a...
In the following guide, we feature 1463 reviews testimonials from local assisted living residents and visitors, giving you an unbiased look at the quality of care they provide. Overall, facilities in Essex garner a score of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars.
206 Marley Station Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
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8001 Middlebury Dr, Pasadena, MD 21122
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644 East 36th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
At Kinfolk Assisted Living we believe that everyone needs love and compassion. Kinfolk Assisted Living is proud to provide residents with the care they need in a homelike environment. Because of our owner's passion, supportive family and loving team, residents receive exceptional care, support, and compassion in a home-like setting. Residents are treated like family, and receive truly loving care. Kinfolk provides a nurturing, safe environment that promotes a sense of well being and makes a difference in the lives of our residents and their loved ones. Kinfolk Assisted Living is located in an established family neighborhood, where the community looks out for one another. We are conveniently located 3 blocks from both the library and YMCA. Nearby, Montebello Lake is a great place to walk or picnic when our resident's families come to visit. At Kinfolk we provide: Medication Distribution 3 Meals a Day, Plus Snacks Laundry House Cleaning Holiday Recognition Birthday Acknowledgements Fun Activities Meet and Greet Doctors Transportation for Daycare Programs, Doctors Visits To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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3424 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21213
This is 3 bedroom Semi-private home that is approved by OHCQ to house six residents. We offer onsite hair care (hairstyles & hair cuts), Laundry for each resident, and game nights. This location is conveniently located near a church and stores. We have around-the-clock care from an on-call nurse and certified Medicine Techs to help with medication management and help with all ADL's for residents that require help, We do all of the cooking and housekeeping. This facility is monitored 24 hours a day by ADT security systems. This is a nonsmoking, no pets facility.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$1,700
4012 Springdale Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21207
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7117 Campfield Road, Baltimore, MD 21207
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1118 Cherry Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD 21225
Cherrydale Apartments is based in Baltimore, MD, near the Cherry Hill Urban Garden. Seniors can enjoy living in a bustling community, with a variety of shops and restaurants close by, as well as good public transportation options. The First Baptist Church and St Veronica Catholic Church are both located on Cherry Hill Road. Cherrydale Apartments is an affordable housing community featuring 186 units. The facility offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units and operates under the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers are accepted. All units are cable-ready and feature air conditioning and heating, wall-to-wall carpeting and walk-in closets. Staff is on hand to assist with maintenance and an on-site manager is available to help residents with other queries. Amenities include a business lab and computer center for residents to use, and off-street parking is offered. The community is gated, offering seniors added security and peace of mind, and the outdoor play area is ideal for entertaining grandchildren when they come to visit.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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3506 Lucille Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215
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3715 Mary Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21206
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9208 Allenwood Road, Randallstown, MD 21133
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6401 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21239
Kirkwood House is an affordable independent living community for seniors aged 62+ in north Baltimore City. The extensive 2009 renovation included kitchen and bath upgrades, new heating and cooling systems, fire alarm and sprinkler system upgrades and refurbished common areas. The property is a partnership between AHC Greater Baltimore and AIMCO.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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326 Gloucester Dr, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Family Home Care is a small assisted living facility in Glen Burnie, MD. The Baltimore suburb along the Chesapeake Bay is home to almost 69,000 people. It is experiencing a rebirth with a heavy focus on historic preservation, so older adults can find plenty of rich cultural attractions such as Fort Smallwood Park, Benson Hammond and Fort Carol, a hexagon-shaped sea fort from the 1800s. Gaming, dining and many other entertainment options abound here as well. Family Home Care offers private and shared wheelchair-accessible units for seniors who need a little help. The staff includes nurses, and a physician is on call to handle medication needs and urgent issues that may arise. Additionally, incontinence care, catheter care and single-person assisted transfer services are available. The home has a separate Memory Care wing for individuals with dementia. The community plans a variety of activities to help residents maintain physical and mental agility. The community serves homestyle meals each day as well. Its indoor common areas provide a quiet background for enjoying fellow residents and guests or simply relaxing. On-site beauty and barber services help keep seniors looking their best. At Family Home Care, cats and dogs are welcome.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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1232 Ritchie Hwy, Arnold, MD 21012
Riva Terrace 5 is located in Arnold, MD, opposite the Severna Park Golf Center and the Greater Annapolis Y in Arnold, which is home to a fitness center, a cafe and other amenities. Seniors can enjoy living close to the Severn River while still having the option of taking the highway to the city for dining and leisure. Riva Terrace 5 is a care home for seniors who require moderate assistance with day-to-day tasks. Seniors live in private rooms and benefit from care in a small group setting. This property is licensed for up to five residents and caregivers offer each resident personalized care such as assistance with dressing or bathing, medication reminders and blood sugar monitoring for the purposes of insulin administration. Staff can use the Hoyer lift to perform total transfers and are trained in techniques to de-escalate behavioral issues and calm those with exit-seeking behaviors. Seniors can take advantage of the amenities offered by the community, which include full meal service and private baths in each suite. The facility is secured with WanderGuard to keep seniors safe while they are relaxing in the garden. The indoor common room gives residents a chance to mingle and enjoy some downtime. Spanish speaking staff members are available.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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3511 Copley Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215
Harmony House I is located near public transportation in Baltimore, Maryland. Suites include kitchenettes and slip-proof floor, as well as private bathrooms. Constructed in 1913, the building was renovated in 2010 fully integrated with WanderGuard capability. Harmony House I is licensed for three residents and provides both hospice and respite care services, and it allows residents to keep a small pet. Harmony House I provides preventive health assessments and personalized care plans for residents to help with daily tasks, including Parkinson's disease care and incontinence care. The facility also offers rehabilitation services, such as speech and physical therapy. The dementia-friendly menu offers pureed options, or residents can help themselves to the communal kitchen. Staff members perform housekeeping and maintenance for residents. Numerous fitness and exercise programs encourage residents to get moving and stay in shape. This facility includes health-conscious amenities like an on-site dietician, as well as entertaining amenities like the movie theater room and concierge services to help residents get to know the area better. The facility provides relocation services and scheduled shared and private transportation services. Throughout the day, residents may enjoy the fitness room or the computer center. Residents with a love for the outdoors may appreciate the patio and walking paths.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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6923 Blanche Road, Pikesville, MD 21215
A safe serene environment with plenty of southern hospitality. Our residents enjoy a comfortable homelike setting and have access to common areas, activities, day programs and are served meals that are second to none. If you would like a relaxing home and delicious meals, please make Home Away From Home Assisted Living 1 your first choice.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$2,500
4813 Gwynn Oak Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21207
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1714 East 33Rd Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
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6526 Greenmount Drive, Elkridge, MD 21075
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4744 Byron Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208
Amazing Home is located in Pikesville, MD a suburb north of Baltimore. Out of over 30,000 residents, 25% are seniors over the age of 65, and the city has plenty to accommodate them. Multiple parks and health care facilities litter Pikesville, and the city isn't far from popular attractions, like the Maryland Zoo. Amazing Home has a staff made up of licensed practitioners and registered nurses who provide a broad range of assisted living services. Each resident has a care plan tailored to their needs, and there is a doctor on call who regularly monitors residents' health and makes adjustments to medications. The facility also has accommodations for seniors who need respite care. Residents at Amazing Home enjoy amenities designed to encourage an active lifestyle and provide a worry-free experience. The amenities include: Complimentary transportation to appointments and devotional services Social and recreational activities Three home-cooked meals, with consideration for special diets On-site beautician Spacious common areas To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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6600 Liberty Road, Baltimore, MD 21207
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Assisted Living
Troy9
5.0
Review of Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
I toured Lighthouse Senior at Living Hopkins Creek. It looked clean. It looked like the people that lived there were a tight-knit community, with a lot of activities. It looked good, but it's out...
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Lise65
5.0
Review of Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
The only tour I did was Lighthouse Senior Living Hopkins Creek, which I love. It's a beautiful place. It was a little expensive, but it was better priced than a lot of the others that weren't as...
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Lisa
3.0
Review of Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
My dad moved to Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek. It's an adequate facility. There are star people that stand out. The staff is good. You have good people who are attentive and caring. I...
In Essex, assisted living costs around $6,650 per month, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Local rates run a couple of hundred dollars below Maryland’s baseline of $6,900 and exceed the national norm by $1,300. Rates in Essex also exceed costs in Cumberland and Salisbury, where fees hover near $5,027 and $4,899, respectively.
Essex
$6,650
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Salisbury
$4,899
Seniors in Maryland who are eligible for Social Security payments, or would be except for their income, may be able to access financial assistance through the Optional State Supplement (OSS). Residents of small assisted living facilities may also be able to get help from the state’s Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
Assisted living residents in Essex pay monthly rates of around $6,650. By contrast, nursing home residents pay notably higher fees of about $11,756 for shared accommodations, and those who opt for in-home care pay approximately $6,864 for nonmedical support. However, other senior care solutions cost less. For example, home health care agencies charge around $6,292, and adult day health care facilities set monthly fees at about $2,275.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$6,650
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$11,756
Note: Since data for Essex is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Baltimore, instead.
Essex has many different resources to offer seniors in the area. These services range from low-cost help to free resources and benefits that focus on health and well-being.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Essex Senior Center | (410) 887-0267 | The Essex Senior Center serves seniors in Baltimore County. It provides a safe and secure environment for recreational activities like games and parties and fitness and health activities, including exercise classes. The center offers arts and crafts, social groups, dances and scheduled outings. |
| Maryland Access Point (MAP) | (410) 887-2594 | MAP helps seniors get information, referrals and options counseling for services and benefits. The group also provides brochures and booklets on a variety of topics involving aging, guest speakers for community organizations, information and assistance for loved ones and helps seniors obtain loans for medical equipment. It can also help low-income individuals obtain financial benefits to pay for care. |
| Baltimore County Department of Aging | (410) 887-2594 | The Baltimore County Department of Aging serves as the Area Agency on Aging. It provides program information and services for older adults and their caregivers. Through the Department of Aging, seniors have access to available services, including mobility assistance programs, meal plans, help with housing, individual counseling, respite care and supplemental services. |
| Maryland Legal Aid | (866) 635-2948 | Maryland Legal Aid helps seniors by offering free limited legal services by phone and in person. Help involves topics like debt collection, elder abuse, landlord/tenant information and other civil matters. |
| Baltimore Department of Veterans Affairs | (410) 260-3838 | The Baltimore Department of Veterans Affairs helps prior military obtain and identify available services and benefits. Once benefit, the aid and attendance benefit helps veterans pay for home and community-based services in long-term care. The agency can also assist with housing, medical care and counseling. |
Essex-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Maryland are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page for more information about these laws.
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